Team Islas Podcast
Team Islas Podcast
Podcast Description
The Team Islas Podcast is for anyone looking to better themselves in percussion education. Each episode features thoughtful, in depth advice and insight on a single topic from experienced educators Doug Bush, Patricia Islas, and Zach Scheer.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast centers on themes pertinent to percussion education, including program culture, teaching techniques, and instructional strategies. For example, the inaugural episode, 'Culture Comes First,' discusses the significance of establishing a strong program culture and provides actionable insights for educators looking to enhance their teaching approach.

The Team Islas Podcast is for anyone looking to better themselves in percussion education. Each episode features thoughtful, in depth advice and insight on a single topic from experienced educators Doug Bush, Patricia Islas, and Zach Scheer.
French Grip, Gauges, Pedaling, Tuning, Muffling, & More! Should you teach your students everything there is to know about timpani? Can it even be done? Is the juice worth the squeeze? If it is, WHEN do you teach it, and what should you prioritize? Tune in for some real talk and differing perspectives on a practical approach to teaching timpani in your program.
Questions? Comments? – Reach out! [email protected]
Books:
Player's Guide For The Beginning Percussionist – Beginner Percussion Book
Super Hands – Intermediate Snare Drum Method Book by Doug Bush
Momentum – Intermediate 2 Mallet Keyboard Book by Patricia Islas
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@TeamIslas
https://www.youtube.com/@zachscheer
Socials:
Doug
https://www.facebook.com/doug.bush.31
https://www.instagram.com/teamislas/
Patricia
https://www.facebook.com/patricia.a.islas
https://www.instagram.com/babypvibes/
Zach
https://www.facebook.com/zachscheer/
https://www.instagram.com/zach_scheer/

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